Manager salary in United States

The average salary for a Manager is $79,340 per year in the United States. This figure is based on 17.4k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on September 6, 2026.

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Manager salaries typically range between a low of $41,305 and a high of $152,399 per year, depending on experience, location, and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Manager include Chicago, IL at $112,127 per year, Seattle, WA at $111,259 per year, and Los Angeles, CA at $110,888 per year.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Manager include J&M Management ($480,000 per year) and City of Riverside ($405,696 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Manager salary compares to related positions:

• Chief Manager: Average $117,958 per year
• Entry Level Manager: Average $60,107 per year
• Intern Manager: Average $18.74 per hour
• Senior Manager: Average $148,642 per year
• Trainee Manager: Average $58,380 per year